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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · SC

South Carolina Commission on Higher Education

South Carolina HOPE Scholarship

Merit aid for the first year of a bachelor's degree in South Carolina.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Submit the final high school transcript to admissions. USC evaluates eligibility; then state certification is completed and the offer of help is accepted.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

South Carolina

  • SC

What it offers

Up to $2,800 for the first two semesters: $2,500 for tuition and $300 for books.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

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Published eligibility requirements

Freshman full-time student, SC resident, minimum 3.0 SCUGP GPA and eligible citizenship or immigration status; no LIFE or Palmetto Fellows. State conduct, debt and progress requirements apply.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

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Residency requirements

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FAFSA requirements

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Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

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Renewal information

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Contact information

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Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
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